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News - HomeCJPC commissioners meeting at the Archdiocese of Nairobi officeshttps://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/catholic-justice-peace-commission-cjpc-commissioners-meeting
On Thursday 17th May 2018, commissioners from all the deaneries in the Archdiocese of Nairobi had a meeting with the Archdiocesan Catholic Justice &amp; Peace Commission (CJPC) coordinator. The main agenda of the meeting was to evaluate the National Lenten Campaign 2018. There was also an open discussion on the state of the nation.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/catholic-justice-peace-commission-cjpc-commissioners-meetingThu, 17 May 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500Caritas Microfinance Bank awarded the Fastest Growing MF bank in the Annual banking Awards 2018https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/caritas-microfinance-bank-awarded-the-fastest-growing-mf-bank-in-the-annual-banking-awards-2018
Caritas Microfinance Bank has been awarded the Fastest Growing Microfinance bank in the Annual banking Awards 2018. The bank Chairman, Mr. Patrick Kinyori lauded the recognition for the great effort that the bank team has been playing in enhancing the customer experience and facilitating service delivery in line with the mission of the bank. While the bank has been in existence for less than three years, having started operations in June 2015, Caritas Microfinance Bank continues to impact households positively, and this award is a testament to that. We take this opportunity to congratulate Caritas Microfinance Bank on this achievement and look forward to greater collaboration and growth together.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/caritas-microfinance-bank-awarded-the-fastest-growing-mf-bank-in-the-annual-banking-awards-2018Tue, 15 May 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500Annual Education Walk &amp; launch of the tree planting campaign at Loreto Girls Limuruhttps://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/annual-education-walk-launch-of-the-tree-planting-campaign-at-loreto-girls-limuru
On Saturday 12th May 2018, the Archdiocese of Nairobi Education Office held its Annual Walk in 8 walk routes. His Lordship Bishop David Kamau launched the 1 million tree planting campaign on the same day at Loreto Girls Limuru. &quot;We plant trees primarily for their beauty and to provide shade but they do create many other benefits. Trees can soothe, relax, us and help us connect with nature and our surroundings,&quot; said His Lordship. He added that color green is a calming, cool color that helps our eyes quickly recover from strain. By planting and caring for trees, we help improve our surrounding, reduce pollution, lower energy costs, improve the appearance of our community and increase the value of our property. “If you destroy the forest then the river will stop flowing, the rains will become irregular, the crops will fail and you will die of hunger and starvation.” Professor Wangari Maathaihttps://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/annual-education-walk-launch-of-the-tree-planting-campaign-at-loreto-girls-limuruSat, 12 May 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500Couples for Christ Convention at Don Bosco Upper Hill Church Nairobi.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/couples-for-christ-convention-at-don-bosco-upper-hill-church-nairobi
On Saturday 5th May 2018 more than 200 CFC members from the whole country held their Couples for Christ Convention at Shrine of Mary Help of Christians Don Bosco Upper Hill Church Nairobi. Bishop David Kamau, Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Nairobi Celebrated Mass. He urged the couples to always stay strong in marriage since its Holy and essential to God’s plan. &quot;A good Christian family is one that lines up with biblical principles and one in which each member understands and fulfills his or her God-given role,&quot; he added. It was a day for the couples to Rekindle, Charge and Fulfill their calling to be families in the Holy Spirit renewing the face of the earth. “But from the beginning of the creation, God made them male and female. For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and cleave to his wife; and they twain shall be one flesh: so then they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder” (Mark 10:6–9).https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/couples-for-christ-convention-at-don-bosco-upper-hill-church-nairobiSat, 05 May 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500Good Friday at the Holy Family Minor Basilica during The Way of The Cross.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/good-friday
Luke 23:46 – “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” Good Friday, a day of fasting and penance in the Christian faith, commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. On Good Friday, 30th March 2018, His Eminence John Cardinal Njue took the first station from Holy Family Minor Basilica during The Way of The Cross. His Eminence told the congregation that the most important reason for reviving the practice of making the Stations of the Cross is that it is a powerful way to contemplate and enter into the mystery of Jesus&apos; gift of himself to us. “The Cross of Christ contains all the love of God; there we find his immeasurable mercy. This is the love in which we can place all our trust. Let us entrust ourselves to Jesus and give ourselves over to Him, because He never disappoints anyone. Only in Christ crucified and risen can we find salvation and redemption,&quot; said His Eminence.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/good-fridayFri, 30 Mar 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500Holy Thursday Chrism Mass at St. Mary&apos;s Msongari.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/holy-thursday-chrism-mass-at-st-marys-msongari
Holy Thursday Chrism Mass was held on 29th March 2018 at St. Mary&apos;s Msongari. His Eminence John Cardinal Njue was the main Celebrant. His Eminence asked all priests to pray for an increase of vocations to priestly and religious life. &quot;Vocations are indeed a gift from God for which we must pray unceasingly. Following the invitation of Jesus, we need to pray to the Lord to send out labourers into his harvest,&quot; he added. In conclusion, His Eminence urged the clergy to be close to their people. He added that a priest who is close to his people walks among them with the closeness and tenderness of a good shepherd. Exodus 30:25 – “And you shall make of these a sacred anointing oil blended as by the perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.”https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/holy-thursday-chrism-mass-at-st-marys-msongariThu, 29 Mar 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500Palm Sunday (Youth Mass) at St. Mary&apos;s Msongari.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/palm-sunday-youth-mass-at-st-marys-msongari
On the 25th March 2018, the Archdiocese of Nairobi youth members celebrated Palm Sunday (Youth Mass) at St. Mary&apos;s School Grounds, Msongari. His Eminence John Cardinal Njue was the main celebrant. The main theme being, &quot; Do not be afraid Mary, for you have found favor with the Lord”. (Luke 1:30) &quot;Today is Palm Sunday, marking the start of Holy Week for the Roman Catholic Church, which will retrace Jesus&apos; journey from crucifixion to resurrection. In order to accomplish a better world, start by looking inward and making small changes. Change starts with you, that’s why Holy Week is so important since it’s an opportunity for change,” said His Eminence. He urged the youth to find time to reflect and pray with an open heart, ready to listen to God and God’s word. The youth also made some donations to support the Marsabit Diocese. A total of around 13,000 youths attended the Mass.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/palm-sunday-youth-mass-at-st-marys-msongariSun, 25 Mar 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500Catholic Women Association (CWA), Annunciation of the Lord at St. Mary’s Msongari.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/catholic-women-association-cwa-annunciation-of-the-lord-at-st-marys-msongari
On the 24th of March 2018, Catholic Women Association (CWA) of the Archdiocese of Nairobi celebrated the Annunciation of the Lord at St. Mary’s School Ground, Msongari. Mass was led by His Eminence John Cardinal Njue. From all eternity, God destined Mary to be the mother of Jesus and closely related to Him in the creation and redemption of the world. “Mary has a role to play. It is a God-given role. It is God’s grace from beginning to end. Mary becomes the eminent figure she is, only by God’s grace,” said His Eminence. He urged the CWA women to always follow the footsteps of Mary. He added that challenges will always be there but there’s need to overcome them and be close to God in prayers. Over 16,000 Catholic Women Association (CWA) members attended.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/catholic-women-association-cwa-annunciation-of-the-lord-at-st-marys-msongariSat, 24 Mar 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500Catholic Men Association (CMA), St. Joseph the Patron Day at Queen of Apostles Seminary, Ruaraka.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/catholic-men-association-cma-st-joseph-the-patron-day-at-queen-of-apostles-seminary-ruaraka
On Saturday 17th March 2018, Archdiocese of Nairobi Catholic Men Association (CMA) celebrated St. Joseph the Patron Day at Queen of Apostles Seminary, Ruaraka. Mass was celebrated by His Eminence John Cardinal Njue. As head of the Holy Family, St. Joseph is the model for every home. His Eminence urged the congregation to entrust themselves and their families to the intercession and protection of Saint Joseph. While delivering the Homily, His Lordship Bishop David Kamau encouraged the CMA to always follow the footsteps of St. Joseph their patron. &quot;St. Joseph shows today’s men the importance of passing along the faith to their children by being model teachers. He can help every man be renewed in Christ, becoming the sacrificial protectors, providers, and leaders needed in their families and parishes,&quot; he added.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/catholic-men-association-cma-st-joseph-the-patron-day-at-queen-of-apostles-seminary-ruarakaSat, 17 Mar 2018 00:00:00 CDT-0500World Day of the Sick at Don Bosco Upperhill Church.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/world-day-of-the-sick
The Eucharistic celebration of The World Day of the Sick was held today, 8th February 2018, at the Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians, Don Bosco Upperhill Church. Mass was led by His Eminence John Cardinal Njue. His Eminence John Cardinal Njue urged the sick to always pray and have faith in God. &quot;Faith is the key that will help you see how illness can be the way to draw nearer to Jesus who walks at our side, weighed down by the Cross,&quot; he added. He encouraged those who take care of the sick to always do it with love and be models of faith for those whom they serve. &quot;To all those who assist the sick and the suffering, may they draw inspiration from Mary, the Mother of Mercy. &quot; said His Eminence. His Eminence John Cardinal Njue encouraged the congregation to pray to Mother Mary so that she may turn her eyes of mercy towards us; especially in times of pain and make us worthy of beholding the merciful face of her Son Jesus!https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/world-day-of-the-sickThu, 08 Mar 2018 00:00:00 CST-0600Day of Prayer and Fasting for Peace, in the DRC, South Sudan and in the whole world.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httpsarchdioceseofnairobiorg-1
His Holiness Pope Francis has proclaimed this Friday, February 23, 2018, a Day of Prayer and Fasting for Peace, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), South Sudan and in the whole world. The Holy Father desires that the church throughout the world participate in this initiative in order to ask God, infinite in mercy, for a conversion of hearts, especially of those who have responsibility for leading these countries or who are in some way involved.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httpsarchdioceseofnairobiorg-1Fri, 23 Feb 2018 00:00:00 CST-0600World Marriage Day celebrated at The Holy Family Minor Basilica.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httpsarchdioceseofnairobiorg
On Sunday 11th February 2017, married couples celebrated World Marriage Day at The Holy Family Minor Basilica. Mass was led by His Eminence John Cardinal Njue. He encouraged the married couples to pray and stick together. &quot;We all know how many difficulties and trials spouses face. What is important is to keep alive a bond with God, who is the foundation of the matrimonial bond. Marriages are stronger when husbands and wives pray for each other and with each other,&quot; said His Eminence. His Eminence urged the couples who have not yet solemnised their marriage in the church, to do so. He added that in a sacramental marriage, God’s love becomes present to the spouses in their total union and also flows through them to their family and community. Over 100 couples renewed their marriage vows.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httpsarchdioceseofnairobiorgSun, 11 Feb 2018 00:00:00 CST-0600Pontifical Missionary Childhood (PMC) Mass at St. Mary&apos;s Msongari.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/archdiocese-of-nairobi-pontifical-missionary-childhood-pmc-mass
On 10th February 2018, His Eminence John Cardinal Njue led in the celebration of Mass to mark this year&apos;s Pontifical Missionary Childhood (PMC) Day at St. Mary&apos;s Msongari. He also launched this year&apos;s PMC theme, &quot;Peace be with you,&quot; (John 20:19-21) His Eminence called on the children to imitate God their Father. “Be imitators of God, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God,” he added. Over 40,000 children thronged the ground drawn from 13 deaneries in the Archdiocese of Nairobi.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/archdiocese-of-nairobi-pontifical-missionary-childhood-pmc-massSat, 10 Feb 2018 00:00:00 CST-0600Chaplains and Ecclesial groups&apos; leaders meeting at Clergy Home, Ruaraka.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/chaplains-and-ecclesial-groups-leaders-meeting
On 9th February 2018, The Archdiocese of Nairobi held a meeting for all the Chaplains and Ecclesial groups&apos; leaders at Clergy Home, Ruaraka. The agenda of the meeting was to review 2018 Ecclesial groups&apos; activities in the calendar of events. Fr. Wallace Nga&apos;ng&apos;a the Archdiocesan Pastoral Coordinator urged all Chaplains and Ecclesial groups&apos; leaders to be cooperative and attend the events as required.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/chaplains-and-ecclesial-groups-leaders-meetingFri, 09 Feb 2018 00:00:00 CST-0600World Day of Consecrated Life Mass at St. Mary&apos;s Msongari.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httparchdioceseofnairobiorgnews-1
On 3rd February 2018, The Archdiocese of Nairobi celebrated World Day of Consecrated Life Mass at St. Mary&apos;s Msongari. Mass was led by His Eminence John Cardinal Njue assisted by His Lordship Bishop David Kamau. His Eminence John Cardinal Njue called on consecrated men and women to reflect deeply and rejuvenate their mission of evangelization to be able to continue serving God. “Vocation is a gift we have received from the Lord, who fixed his gaze on us and called us to follow him in the consecrated life,&quot; he added. His Lordship Bishop David Kamau urged the consecrated members to never doubt the future of their congregation in particular and in general, of the consecrated life. &quot;Always look upon the word of the Lord when in doubt so that it may bring you the consolation you need in the journey towards the kingdom,” said His Lordship.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httparchdioceseofnairobiorgnews-1Sat, 03 Feb 2018 00:00:00 CST-0600Pupils Councils&apos; Symposium at Mang&apos;u High School.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httparchdioceseofnairobiorgnews-2
On 19th January 2018, The Archdiocese of Nairobi Education Office held the Pupils Councils&apos; Symposium at Mang&apos;u High School. The main speaker was Mr. Joe Mwangi who talked about good leadership in general. He urged the pupils to be influential, have integrity, good communication skills and self motivation in order to go to greater heights. &quot;You are the leaders of tomorrow so we have to mould you to be better people in future,&quot; he added. The theme of the day was, &quot;A pupil leader living and witnessing the competence based curriculum in a Catholic sponsored institution.&quot;https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httparchdioceseofnairobiorgnews-2Fri, 19 Jan 2018 00:00:00 CST-0600Pontifical Missionary Childhood (PMC) Animators Mass at Mji wa Furahahttps://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httparchdioceseofnairobiorgnews
On 13th January 2018, The Pontifical Missionary Childhood (PMC) Animators held Mass at Mji wa Furaha, Ruaraka where the main celebrant was Fr. Celestine Bundi. During the Homily, he urged the animators to be role models of the children and to always set a good example. &quot;Children today are in need of tender love and care. You are blessed with the opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life so don&apos;t take that gift for granted. PMC Animators are seed sowers, planting seeds for God’s kingdom and you are impacting the next generation,&quot; he added.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/httparchdioceseofnairobiorgnewsSat, 13 Jan 2018 00:00:00 CST-0600Caritas Nairobi 5th Annual Dinnerhttps://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/caritas-nairobi-5th-annual-dinner
On Friday, 8th December 2017, Caritas Nairobi, hosted the 5th Annual Dinner at Shrine of Mary Help of Christians, Don Bosco Upperhill Catholic Church. The main agenda was to launch the &quot;Beacon Boys Project&quot; that will transform the Boy Child to a responsible man. Speaking during the launch, His Lordship Bishop David Kamau urged all men to take back the responsibility of mentoring the boy child into a responsible man.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/caritas-nairobi-5th-annual-dinnerFri, 08 Dec 2017 00:00:00 CST-0600Holy Family Minor Basilica parking silo project kicks offhttps://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/holy-family-basilica-parking-silo-project-kicks-off
His Eminence John Cardinal Njue, on Monday 4th December 2017, led a ground breaking ceremony for the Holy Family Minor Basilica Parking Silo Project. The event was also attended by His Lordship Bishop David Kamau, the Auxiliary Bishop of Nairobi, Procurator, Fr. Simon Ng’ang’a, Heads of Archdiocesan of Nairobi Secretariat Departments, Deans, Archdiocesan Finance Council, contractors and other Christians.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/holy-family-basilica-parking-silo-project-kicks-offMon, 04 Dec 2017 00:00:00 CST-0600Archdiocese of Nairobi Ordination day at St. Mary&apos;s Msongari Groundshttps://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/archdiocese-of-nairobi-ordination-day-at-st-marys-msongari-grounds
19 candidates were ordained at St. Mary’s Msongari grounds on Friday 1st December 2017. Ten were ordained to priesthood while nine to deaconate, in a colourful event that was presided over by His Eminence John Cardinal Njue, the Archbishop of Nairobi. Mass was concelebrated by His Lordship Bishop David Kamau, the Auxilliary Bishop of Nairobi and over 200 priests attended. Over 8,000 Christians participated in the five hours of liturgy, music and prayer.https://archdioceseofnairobi.org/news/archdiocese-of-nairobi-ordination-day-at-st-marys-msongari-groundsFri, 01 Dec 2017 00:00:00 CST-0600